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Chapter 6, Problem 3E
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What is the geometry about a carbon atom that is bonded to four other atoms through single bonds?
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The geometry of a carbon atom is to be defined.
Concept introduction:
Carbon is a chemical element having atomic number
Explanation of Solution
Each atom of four different atoms shares a pair of electrons with the carbon atom in order to form a single covalent bond...
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